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Pitt Lake is the second-largest lake in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, being about 53.5 square kilometres in area. It is about 25 km long and about 4.5 km wide at its widest, and is also one of the world's largest tidal lakes, its confluence with the Fraser being only a few miles upstream from that river's estuary into the Strait of Georgia. Its southern tip, where the Pitt River resumes, is 40 km east of Downtown Vancouver. The upper Pitt River valley is a typical U-shaped glacial valley in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia. The overdeepening of the lower end of the valley over the span of the Wisconsin glaciation created a trough over 140 m below current sea level. After initial glacial retreat at around 13,000 years ago a saltwater fjord occupied this basin when relative sea levels were still ca 120 to 140m above current levels in the region. Unlike neighbouring Indian Arm and Howe Sound farther west this fjord basin became cut off by sedimentation of the lower Fraser River by ca 10,500 years ago and is now considered a tidal fjord lake. The community of Pitt Meadows occupies the marshy lowland at the southern end of the lake, some of which has become drained and is known as the Pitt Polder. Just southwest of the lake is the community of Port Coquitlam, which is across the Pitt River from Pitt Meadows. At the north end of the lake is a locality named Alvin, which is a transport and shipping point for logging companies and their employees. The Upper Pitt, meaning the valley upstream from the lake, is considered one of BC's best fly-fishing rivers and one of its best steelhead streams. The lake is popular with boaters and canoeists, but is prone to heavy winds and rains as well as big waves (due to its great depth). The mountain range on its east flank comprises Golden Ears Provincial Park, its basin to the north is in southern Garibaldi Provincial Park, while the mountain range on its west, northeast of Vancouver's Coquitlam Lake watershed reservoir, is Pinecone Burke Provincial Park. The waterfront and foreshore of the lake and river are public-access and include extensive migratory wildfowl habitat. Part of it is protected by BC Parks as the Pitt Polder Ecological Reserve. There is a destination golfing resort in the Pitt Polder area called Swan-e-set. Also at the south end of Pitt Lake, adjacent to the Polder, is Pitt Lake Indian Reserve 5. It is the second-largest lake in the Lower Mainland. The largest is Harrison Lake, 60 km east, which is the last in a series of north-south lake and river combinations that line the north bank of the Fraser River in its last stretch west through BC's Lower Mainland. Others are those of the valleys of the Coquitlam, Alouette, Stave, and Chehalis Lakes, beyond which is Harrison.

Pitt Lake is a beautiful, serene place located in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. The lake is surrounded by lush forest and towering mountains, making for a stunning backdrop. Pitt Lake is a great place for fishing, boating, and swimming, and is also home to a variety of wildlife. Visitors can enjoy hiking and camping in the surrounding area, or simply relax and take in the natural beauty of Pitt Lake.

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Rate & open hour

Access fee $ 0.00

Schedule

From sunrise to sunset

Coordinates

49.4399889 -122.5400974

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Starting Point

The Pitt Lake trails start at the Pitt Lake Recreation Site. To get there, take Highway 7 east from Vancouver to the Pitt Meadows exit. Follow the signs to Pitt Lake.

Why visit Pitt Lake

The Pitt Lake is a beautiful place to visit in British Columbia. The lake is surrounded by mountains, and it is a great place for fishing, hiking, and camping. The scenery is breathtaking, and the lake is a great place to relax and enjoy nature.

Is Pitt Lake in British Columbia a good place for the whole family?

There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on what the family is looking for in a vacation spot. Some families might enjoy spending time at Pitt Lake because it offers opportunities for fishing, hiking, and camping. Other families might prefer a different destination that offers more amenities such as amusement parks or beaches.

Things not to be missed

The best activities near Pitt Lake in British Columbia are hiking, fishing, and camping.

-Hiking: There are a number of hikes in the area, ranging from easy to difficult.

-Boating: Pitt Lake is a popular spot for boating and fishing.

-Swimming: The lake is great for swimming, and there are also a few beaches nearby.

-Camping: There are a number of camping spots around the lake.

Where to eat?

1. The Boathouse at Pitt Lake

2. The Rusty Anchor

3. The Gourmet Hut

4. The Pitt Lake Lodge

Pitt Lake - Hiking

Vancouver Coast Mountains, British Columbia, Canada